Steven Nicastro, Patch Staff

BELIEFS:

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POLITICAL BELIEFS: Independent. As far as political philosophy, my beliefs are mostly libertarian.

I try to vote for whoever I think is most fit for the position. I voted for Obama in '08 and I have been disappointed......................................................................................................

RELIGION: I was raised Roman Catholic...........................................................................

ISSUES IN THE COMMUNITY: Once I talk to enough people, I will let you know!